PBJCEOC offering energy assistance

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Stuttgart Daily Leader - Stuttgart, AR

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Posted Jul. 16, 2012 at 9:44 AM
Updated Jul 16, 2012 at 9:45 AM

Posted Jul. 16, 2012 at 9:44 AM
Updated Jul 16, 2012 at 9:45 AM

STUTTGART

Hot weather across the region have left many struggling to cool their homes. For those needing help paying their energy bills, Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) may be the answer. PBJCEOC has just secured additional funds to help these households with electrical payments but the funds still remain low.

PBJCEOC will administer LIHEAP in its five counties, which include Jefferson, Grant, Cleveland, Arkansas and Lincoln beginning Monday, July 9. LIHEAP assists households with home energy and cooling bills. This summer portion of LIHEAP is for electric bills only, focusing on the cooling efforts across the state. All applications will be accepted on a first come, first served walk in basis. Applications will be taken beginning each day at 8 a.m. and until either 3 p.m. or until full capacity of applications able to process that day. Offices will close for lunch between the hours of noon and 1 p.m.

Applicants for LIHEAP assistance must meet income guidelines.

For a household of one, monthly countable income is $1,462. For each additional person in the household, add $468. To apply for assistance, the household should bring a copy of the current utility bill, social security numbers, and proof-of- income and date of birth for all household members. Shut off notices will not be accepted. Clients must have a working knowledge of household resources. Additional information may be required during the interview process. Failure to provide verification requested may result in delay or denial of assistance.

In Arkansas County, applications are accepted at the PBJCEO-Stuttgart, 425 S Main St., on Monday through Thursday.